1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1462 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra. 2011 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Sierra | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 106 L |
